International Airport Review

The baggage innovation trends shaping the industry in 2026/2027

2026-06-15T08:30:00+01:00By Gabriel Higgins

Baggage handling is undergoing significant transformation as airports adopt new technology and become more data-driven to meet rising passenger expectations and address workforce challenges. International Airport Review examines the key trends shaping the sector through 2026 and 2027.

Article
From constraint to value: how Narita is transforming passenger flow into experience and revenue
2026-06-10T07:00:00+01:00By Masaki Takeuchi
International Airport Summit 2026 speaker, Masaki Takeuchi from Narita International Airport Corporation, writes how data‑driven passenger flow management, automation and total airport management can boost capacity, experience and commercial value without physical expansion.
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Modernising legacy baggage handling systems and improving resilience
2026-06-08T08:00:00+01:00By Gabriel Higgins
Airport operators are modernising baggage handling infrastructure as rising passenger demand places pressure on legacy systems and operational resilience - a topic that will come up for discussion at the International Airport Summit 2026 in Rome.
Interview
Baggage visibility and traveller trust: digitising the end-to-end bag journey
2026-06-03T08:00:00+01:00By Gabriel Higgins
Digital baggage transformation at Vancouver International Airport is improving operational visibility, predictive maintenance and passenger trust without requiring major physical infrastructure expansion.
Article
Planning airport infrastructure amid uncertainty: A Swedavia perspective
2026-06-01T08:00:00+01:00By John Nilsson
John Nilsson, Strategy Manager for battery-electric and hydrogen aircraft from Swedavia Airports explores how scenario-based planning, flexible infrastructure and cross-sector collaboration are becoming essential as airports prepare for fossil-free aviation amid deep uncertainty.